September 11, 2018September 13, 2018Activism, NewsRise For Climate: Activists Call for 100% Clean Renewable EnergyBy Jennifer Nini 3 minThe Rise For Climate global day of action on September 8 brought together locals, concerned citizens and activists to demand a transition...
September 11, 2018September 11, 2018BusinessConfessions of an Entrepreneur: Highs and Lows of Running an In-Home Childcare Company Whilst Being a FreelancerBy Kate Hall 5 minI saw something earlier today that said this: do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your...
September 10, 2018September 11, 2018BusinessTips for Starting Your Own Horticulture BusinessBy Megan Ray Nichols 4 minStarting a new business, regardless of the industry, is a daunting task. You’ve got market research to consider, purchasing a...
September 09, 2018September 17, 2018Business, Ethical Fashion, FashionFree Online Sustainable Fashion Course – Fashion and Sustainability: Understanding Luxury Fashion in a Changing WorldBy Jennifer Nini 3 minWe receive many wonderful emails, messages, comments and constructive criticisms each week from our readers for which we are extremely...
September 08, 2018September 8, 2018Environment, NewsCoal Does Not Have An Economic Future in AustraliaBy The Conversation 4 minThis article was originally published on The Conversation. Author: Frank Jotzo, Director, Centre for Climate Economics and Policy, Crawford School of Public...
September 07, 2018September 8, 2018Environment, NewsWhat Australia Needs to Do To Achieve Its Paris Agreement Net Zero Emissions TargetsBy Jennifer Nini 5 minIn 2016, 174 nation states (including Australia) and the European Union, agreed on the United Nations Paris Agreement on climate change. This...
September 06, 2018September 13, 2018Activism, Environment, NewsTop 10 Items Collected at Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup All Made of PlasticBy Jennifer Nini 4 minOcean Conservancy’s 33rd annual International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is on September 15. The world’s largest single-day volunteer effort to fight...
September 05, 2018September 6, 2018Ethical Fashion, FashionNew Zealand Fashion Week 2018 Wrap UpBy Kate Hall 3 minNew Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) 2018 has been and gone, and I feel kind of like I’ve been hit by...
September 04, 2018September 5, 2018Beauty13 Natural Skincare and Eco Beauty Brands from New ZealandBy Kate Hall 5 minIf you aren’t participating in the latest food fad, what are you even doing with your life? These days we’re...
September 03, 2018September 3, 2018GiveawaysEco Warrior Princess Giveaway – 5 x Double Passes to Brisbane Eco Expo Up For Grabs!By Jennifer Nini 2 minBrisbane will soon be playing host to Australia’s largest sustainability expo, Brisbane Eco Expo, in a bid to help consumers go...
September 02, 2018September 3, 2018Baby + Kids Clothing6 Ethical and Eco-Friendly Baby and Kids Organic Cotton Clothing BrandsBy Polly Michelle Cunanan 6 minBeing eco-conscious when it comes to baby and kids clothing is not just good for the environment. It also goes...
September 01, 2018September 21, 2018Green Home, Lifestyle4 Australian Online Shops Devoted to Eco-Friendly, Zero Waste and Plastic-Free LivingBy Jennifer Nini 5 minOne of the questions we frequently get asked is, “Where can I buy zero waste products?”. After years of fielding...
September 01, 2018September 7, 2018Business, EnvironmentFemale Corporate Leaders Make Firms Less Likely To Fall Foul of Environmental LawsBy The Conversation 3 minThis article was originally published on The Conversation. Author: Chelsea Liu, Senior Lecturer, Adelaide Business School, University of Adelaide Companies with...
September 01, 2018September 1, 2018Accessories, Ethical Fashion, FashionBehind the Stylish Ethically-Made Wide Brim, What Goes Into a Sarah J Curtis HatBy Sara Pull 3 minYou may have seen the iconic oversized hat designs of luxury resort label Sarah J Curtis on the heads of...
![HANDCRAFTED, SASSY & STYLISH AF // "In an increasingly globalised world, it’s becoming more difficult to have any connection with the maker of any of our products. That’s why, there is nothing more beautiful than a piece of jewellery that’s been lovingly handmade by someone. Many people often believe that handmade means expensive, which isn’t necessarily true. Yes a machine is faster but it’s lacking the human connection. Hand making jewellery is a craft with history and heritage, and it should be celebrated.
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I’ve definitely become more tuned in over the last few years to who made my products. It’s a privilege to be able to read a maker’s story or even meet them at their market stall. [Here] are some handcrafted jewellery brands from across Australia, all with different styles and stories. If you’re in the market for a long lasting piece of jewellery to treasure that isn’t mass-produced, keep reading..." To check out the list of fabulous brands curated by the wonderful Olivia Burton @sustainable_cat click on the link in our bio. A word of warning: If you have a shopping addiction, are trying to budget or simply just don't need another beautiful item to add to your ridiculously overflowing jewellery collection, DO NOT CHECK OUT THE POST 😂😂😂📸@niasjewellery 💚💚💚#slowfashion #ethicalfashion #ootd #handcrafted #locallymade #handmade #Australian #ecowarriorprincess](http://scontent-syd2-1.cdninstagram.com/vp/b609235651553343ecc42637f75bc162/5C257677/t51.2885-15/e35/s320x320/40708339_294749104588860_8212010317509760823_n.jpg "HANDCRAFTED, SASSY & STYLISH AF // \"In an increasingly globalised world, it’s becoming more difficult to have any connection with the maker of any of our products. That’s why, there is nothing more beautiful than a piece of jewellery that’s been lovingly handmade by someone. Many people often believe that handmade means expensive, which isn’t necessarily true. Yes a machine is faster but it’s lacking the human connection. Hand making jewellery is a craft with history and heritage, and it should be celebrated.
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I’ve definitely become more tuned in over the last few years to who made my products. It’s a privilege to be able to read a maker’s story or even meet them at their market stall. [Here] are some handcrafted jewellery brands from across Australia, all with different styles and stories. If you’re in the market for a long lasting piece of jewellery to treasure that isn’t mass-produced, keep reading...\" To check out the list of fabulous brands curated by the wonderful Olivia Burton @sustainable_cat click on the link in our bio. A word of warning: If you have a shopping addiction, are trying to budget or simply just don't need another beautiful item to add to your ridiculously overflowing jewellery collection, DO NOT CHECK OUT THE POST 😂😂😂📸@niasjewellery 💚💚💚#slowfashion #ethicalfashion #ootd #handcrafted #locallymade #handmade #Australian #ecowarriorprincess")
